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Zihan Zhang

Summary

Mechanical Engineering Co-op graduate from McMaster University, Canada.

Works at a fast pace to meet tight deadlines, well-rounded with interpreting technical experience and scientific research in experiment design and CAD through Engineering teams, management experience as a project team leader, and creative experience through artistic pursuits as a freelance graphic designer.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Laboratory Technician

McMaster University
01.2023 - 05.2023
  • Offered excellent customer service when interacting with clients from university.
  • Maintained a high level of accuracy in component manufacturing (conventional machining, Wire EDM, and welding) by following strict quality control procedures.
  • Actively participated in professional development opportunities to improve production rate and quality.

Mechanical Engineer

Innomotive Solutions Group
08.2022 - 12.2022
  • Participated in the product assembly and inspection process, resulting in quicker identification of defects and faster corrective actions.
  • Designed and manufactured innovative mechanical device to test components, leading to increased customer satisfaction and repeat business.
  • Optimized existing products using CAD software through continuous improvement initiatives based on customer feedback, market trends, or manufacturing constraints.

Production Engineering Intern

Haering Precision (Taicang) Co., Ltd
05.2021 - 08.2021
  • Applied understanding of aerodynamics engineering principles to design high-lift components of new products (flapping-wing drone).
  • Demonstrated strong writing skills to generate original reports and experiment designs every week.
  • Designed technical drawings and airfoil designs using SOLIDWORKS.
  • Conducted one research to test and analyze feasibility, design, operation and performance of equipment, components and systems.

Education

Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering CO-OP

McMaster University
Hamilton, ON
04.2024

Skills

  • Machining
  • SOLIDWORKS
  • Autodesk Inventor
  • Finite Element Analysis
  • COMSOL
  • Design for Manufacturing
  • Design for Assembly
  • GD&T Dimensioning
  • Lean Manufacturing
  • MATLAB
  • Python
  • Profili
  • Design communication
  • Bilingual communication

Projects

Capstone Project - Heat Battery Testing Facility 


  • Design and construction of a testing facility to enable the observation of effects of electrohydrodynamic forces on enhancing charging rate of PCM thermal batteries via embedded microparticles.
  • Training-required experiments are conducted to observe the improved charging rate and the success of this facility design.


Product Development Course Project - Adjustable Handle for Crochet Hooks


  • Design and construction of an innovative crochet handle with adjustable sizing which aims to ease Arthritis pain.
  • Business model canvas and financial analysis are performed to validate this promising business opportunity.


Relevant Courses

  • Polymer Processing [A+]
  • Cad/Cam/Cae [A+]
  • Product Development [A]
  • Design Communication [A+]

Timeline

Laboratory Technician

McMaster University
01.2023 - 05.2023

Mechanical Engineer

Innomotive Solutions Group
08.2022 - 12.2022

Production Engineering Intern

Haering Precision (Taicang) Co., Ltd
05.2021 - 08.2021

Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering CO-OP

McMaster University
Zihan Zhang